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SAR 2,986
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Cairns to Colombo , 9 Dec
Jetstar Airways JQ | 941
07:45
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Cairns, Australia
03 h 25 m
12:10
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T4
Melbourne, Australia
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China Eastern MU | 738
12:00
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Melbourne, Australia
09 h 55 m
18:55
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Terminal T1
Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China
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China Eastern MU | 6017
13:55
Thu, 11 Dec 25
Terminal T1
Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China
07 h 35 m
19:00
Thu, 11 Dec 25
Colombo, Sri Lanka
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SAR 3,135
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Cairns to Colombo , 9 Dec
Jetstar Airways JQ | 33
09:45
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T1
Cairns, Australia
03 h 25 m
14:10
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Melbourne, Australia
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China Eastern MU | 738
12:00
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Melbourne, Australia
09 h 55 m
18:55
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Terminal T1
Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China
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China Eastern MU | 6017
13:55
Thu, 11 Dec 25
Terminal T1
Shanghai-Pu Dong Apt, China
07 h 35 m
19:00
Thu, 11 Dec 25
Colombo, Sri Lanka
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SAR 4,489
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Cairns to Colombo , 9 Dec
Cathay Pacific CX | 146
11:25
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T1
Cairns, Australia
07 h 20 m
16:45
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T1
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
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Cathay Pacific CX | 611
20:10
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T1
Hong Kong, Hong Kong
05 h 50 m
23:30
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Colombo, Sri Lanka
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SAR 5,076
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Cairns to Colombo , 9 Dec
Emirates EK | 5398 | Operated By Qantas Airways
12:35
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Cairns, Australia
02 h 55 m
16:30
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T3
Sydney, Australia
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Emirates EK | 417
21:10
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T1
Sydney, Australia
14 h 20 m
04:30
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Terminal T3
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Emirates EK | 654
12:55
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Terminal T3
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
04 h 20 m
18:45
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Colombo, Sri Lanka
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SAR 5,105
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Cairns to Colombo , 9 Dec
Qantas Airways QF | 1881
06:00
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Cairns, Australia
02 h 20 m
08:20
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal D
Brisbane, Australia
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Qantas Airways QF | 51
10:35
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal I
Brisbane, Australia
07 h 55 m
16:30
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T1
Singapore, Singapore
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Qantas Airways QF | 3423 | Operated By Srilankan Airlines
19:50
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T3
Singapore, Singapore
03 h 50 m
21:10
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Colombo, Sri Lanka
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SAR 5,141
Cairns to Colombo , 9 Dec
Virgin Australia VA | 1416
10:55
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Cairns, Australia
03 h
14:55
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Sydney, Australia
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Srilankan Airlines UL | 607
17:20
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T1
Sydney, Australia
10 h 55 m
22:45
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Colombo, Sri Lanka
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SAR 5,327
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Cairns to Colombo , 9 Dec
Qatar Airways QR | 8528 | Operated By Virgin Australia
23:55
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Cairns, Australia
03 h 25 m
04:20
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Terminal T3
Melbourne, Australia
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Qatar Airways QR | 8402 | Operated By Virgin Australia
17:10
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Melbourne, Australia
14 h 15 m
23:25
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Doha, Qatar
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Qatar Airways QR | 664
01:30
Thu, 11 Dec 25
Doha, Qatar
04 h 45 m
08:45
Thu, 11 Dec 25
Colombo, Sri Lanka
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SAR 5,374
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Cairns to Colombo , 9 Dec
Virgin Australia VA | 1302
23:55
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Cairns, Australia
03 h 25 m
04:20
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Terminal T3
Melbourne, Australia
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Qatar Airways QR | 8402 | Operated By Virgin Australia
17:10
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Melbourne, Australia
14 h 15 m
23:25
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Doha, Qatar
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Qatar Airways QR | 664
01:30
Thu, 11 Dec 25
Doha, Qatar
04 h 45 m
08:45
Thu, 11 Dec 25
Colombo, Sri Lanka
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SAR 5,383
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Cairns to Colombo , 9 Dec
Qatar Airways QR | 8528 | Operated By Virgin Australia
23:55
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Cairns, Australia
03 h 25 m
04:20
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Terminal T3
Melbourne, Australia
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Qatar Airways QR | 8402 | Operated By Virgin Australia
17:10
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Melbourne, Australia
14 h 15 m
23:25
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Doha, Qatar
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Qatar Airways QR | 654
09:15
Thu, 11 Dec 25
Doha, Qatar
04 h 45 m
16:30
Thu, 11 Dec 25
Colombo, Sri Lanka
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SAR 5,390
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Cairns to Colombo , 9 Dec
Emirates EK | 5703 | Operated By Qantas Airways
11:35
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Cairns, Australia
03 h 25 m
16:00
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T1
Melbourne, Australia
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Emirates EK | 407
22:30
Tue, 9 Dec 25
Terminal T2
Melbourne, Australia
14 h 10 m
05:40
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Terminal T3
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
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Emirates EK | 654
12:55
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Terminal T3
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
04 h 20 m
18:45
Wed, 10 Dec 25
Colombo, Sri Lanka
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Cairns to Colombo Flights Information:-
Looking for flights from Cairns to Colombo? Hereโs all you need to know! For convenience and to save time, pick the airport that is closest to your destination. The nearest airport to Colombo is Colombo Bandaranaike Airport and the IATA code for the same is CMB.
Currently, there are 13 airlines operating flights between the two destinations and approximately 66 flights take off from Cairns to Colombo every week.
Need information on Cairns to Colombo airfare?
The cheapest fare for a Cairns to Colombo flight would be 2986, which may go up to 12921 depending on the route, booking time and availability.
It is recommended that you compare round-trip and one-way flights, to work out which is more economical.
Flight Details for Cairns to Colombo
If you are looking for Cairns to Colombo flights, there is no dearth of options to choose from. Several reputed airlines currently offer both direct and indirect flights between the two destinations. Some of these are Air India, Air Niugini, Cathay Pacific, China Eastern, China Southern, Emirates, Jetstar Airways, Malaysia Airlines, Qantas Airways, Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Srilankan Airlines, Virgin Australia. Out of these, only 0 airlines operate direct flights. Indirect flights may involve more travel time, but they usually cheaper than direct flights.
The number of flights operated by each airline is as follows:Air India : 5, Air Niugini : 5, Cathay Pacific : 5, China Eastern : 5, China Southern : 5, Emirates : 5, Jetstar Airways : 5, Malaysia Airlines : 5, Qantas Airways : 5, Qatar Airways : 5, Singapore Airlines : 5, Srilankan Airlines : 5, Virgin Australia : 5
To board the first Cairns to Colombo flight, choose Qantas Airways, which departs at 06:00 The last flight for this route is Qatar Airways, departing at 23:55
Colombo Airport Information
Colombo Bandaranaike Airport
Katunayake, Sri Lanka
Tel: 197 33 2424 (General Information) | 197 33 1377/2377 (Flight Information)
About Cairns (CNS)
Cairns
Frequently Asked Questions - Cairns to Colombo Flights
Q: Can I carry food on my Cairns to Colombo flight?
A: Airlines have varying rules on allowing passengers to carry their own food on the flight. Please check with the specific airline for further clarity on the same.
Q: How much baggage can I carry on a Cairns to Colombo flight?
A: Each airline has a different baggage policy. So you must contact the airline for exact details on the same.
Q: Why should I choose business class over economy class?
A: Business class comes with its own unique perks like spacious seats, fancier meal options and personalised services that make it worth the high price. Most airlines also offer access to airport lounges where you can unwind and entertain yourself while waiting for your flight.
Q: What are the most booked classes for a Cairns to Colombo flight?
A: For Cairns to Colombo flights, most travellers prefer economy or business class tickets.
Q: How can I get a boarding pass after booking a ticket for my Cairns to Colombo flight?
A: Avail your boarding pass by sharing your booking confirmation at the airport. The staff will hand over the boarding pass to you after verifying your details. You can also visit the airlineโs website for web check-in and take a printout of your boarding pass.
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Q: How can I recover my lost baggage from my Cairns to Colombo flight?
A: Check with your airline and register a complaint with them. Provide them the details with your proof of address, ID and travel for recovering your lost baggage.
Q: Which are the most preferred airlines in the world?
A: The most preferred airlines in the world are Qatar Airways, Emirates, Lufthansa, Singapore Airlines, Oman Air and AirAsia.
Q: Can I pay later for my flight tickets for Cairns to Colombo?
A: No, currently MakeMyTrip does not offer any such option for flight bookings.
Q: Can I book tickets for another person from my own account?
A: Yes, you can book a ticket for someone else too. For that, you will have to provide their personal details while booking the flight.
Q: Do I have to present an ID proof during check-in?
A: Yes, you need to present your passport during check-in for your international flight.
Q: What is the largest number of seats that I can reserve in a single booking?
A: You can reserve seats for up to 9 people in a single transaction.
Q: How much time does it take to get confirmation on a flight ticket?
A: It only takes a few minutes to receive a ticket confirmation at your registered email address.
Q: Do airlines from Cairns to Colombo offer sleeping areas?
A: Several airlines flying from Cairns to Colombo provide space for sleeping. In most cases, this service is available on a pay per use basis.
Important Information about Cairns to Colombo Flight
| Lowest Fare for Cairns to Colombo Flight | SAR undefined- 09 Dec |
| Today's Lowest Fare | SAR undefined |
| Total flights from Cairns to Colombo in a Week | 66 Flights |
| First Flight | Qantas Airways, departs at 06:00 |
| Last Flight | Qatar Airways, departs at 23:55 |
| Non-Stop Flights from Cairns to Colombo | 0 |
| Airport Name & codes of Cairns & Colombo | Cairns Intl, Cairns-CNS, Colombo Bandaranaike Airport, Colombo-CMB |
Cairns Address
About Colombo (CMB)
Colombo is one of the finest cities in Sri Lanka. Being the largest city in the terms of population, Colombo is also the commercial and financial heart of the country. The warm hospitality and deep rooted culture will surely grab your attention and offer you a pleasant stay here. The natural surroundings, fascinating beaches and long standing palm trees add a touch of excitement in your life while moving in and around the city with your loved ones. Colombo is also a tourist hub of the country as it has a number of attractions which not only attract travelers of neighboring countries but also from different corner of the world. Here, you will find vast historical past which makes it a multi-ethnic as well as multi-cultural city. The scenic charm of this magnificent metropolis will offer peace to the mind and pleasure to the heart. The Fort, Pettah, Galle Face Green, Slave Island, Mount Lavinia, Kelaniya Raja Maha Vihara, Dehiwala Zoo, National Museum, The Viharamahadevi Park, Wolvendaal Church, and Hindu Temples are some of the best places of this city where you can enjoy a fabulous time. All these attractions will give you an excellent blend of its present and past. Don't forget to have an evening walk with your beloved at Beach Waadiya. It will be an amazing to see the sunset evening at this beach. The sea cuisines give you a lip smacking taste. The beach side resorts and Colombo's hotels are quite famous for their ultra modern amenities. Tourists love to visit this part of the country during the tome of winter as the summers are quite hot and humid. From the months of October to January, the climate remains pleasant. The best thing about this alluring and tempting city is that it is well connected to all the major parts of the world. All the leading airlines land their flights here. MakeMyTrip.com, a leading online travel portal of India, offers you some of the best deals on your Colombo tour packages. To book your Colombo flights or hotels, you just need to follow few steps on this portal. It is quite easy to book your entire package here.
Colombo Address
Tel: 197 33 2424 (General Information) | 197 33 1377/2377 (Flight Information)
